The Githyanki race seems to be the least popular choice among players in Baldur’s Gate 3, and there are various speculations as to why this is the case. From their unique appearance lacking a nose to their character background, players have discussed possible reasons for their unpopularity.
In a Reddit thread from Sept. 28, one player shared their positive experience playing as a Githyanki character and expressed surprise that more people didn’t choose this race. They wrote, “I’m genuinely surprised there weren’t way more people like me who picked up the game with no prior knowledge and thought being a Gith would be f*cking cool.”
Many BG3 players joined the discussion, offering their opinions on the matter. The top-voted comment focused on the character creation step, stating that the initial premade model for Githyanki was poorly designed, making it difficult to take them seriously.
Most comments highlighted the unusual appearance of Githyanki characters as a factor that made them less appealing compared to other races. The second top-voted comment in the thread stated, “It’s probably the nose, which is a shame because gith offer one of the more unique playthroughs in terms of race.”
Baldur’s Gate 3 allows players to customize their experience in numerous ways, with the main adventure varying for each player. The choice of character race can significantly impact the story and interactions within the game’s universe.
Opinions on Lae’zel, the main Githyanki character in the game, were also diverse. Some players liked her design and were drawn to the Githyanki race because of her, while others opted for different races due to their dislike of the character.
Playing as a Githyanki character offers surprises and twists in the game’s story, making it just as interesting as other races. The thread’s author mentioned, “I’m trying to be a stoic hero on my first run-through, and always having the option to say the most out-of-pocket shit in the [Githyanki] sections is hilarious. It also made the Githyanki crèche section one of the most enjoyable moments in the game for me.”
Ultimately, when choosing a character in BG3, factors such as the race’s background and the main characters’ personalities can be as influential as their appearance. For those who appreciate underdogs, playing as a Githyanki character could be a great option.
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